Machine Spcst (Greeneville)

American Greetings; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

American Greetings in Greeneville, TN is seeking a capable manufacturing associate to operate and support equipment on the production floor. You will follow safety procedures, set up machines, and assist with maintenance to ensure quality output.

The role emphasizes teamwork, data collection for process improvements, and maintaining organized work areas while supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

Qualifications

• Requires basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions.
• Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Obey plant and safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Set up equipment according to specifications and standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Assist in major repairs with mechanics as needed.
• Maintain materials used on equipment and ensure quality attributes are met.
• Record data and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure safe and efficient production with clean, organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

• Obeys all plant/safety rules and complies with all OSHA regulations.
• Performs changeovers as needed.
• Sets up equipment utilizing specifications, instructions, and standards.
• Performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Assist mechanics in performing major repairs.
• Maintains materials used on equipment.
• Maintains quality produced by ensuring length, diameter, width, correct materials, count, appearance, and other attributes are achieved.
• Assists in the collection of data for continuous improvement including obtaining samples of product and submitting to relevant quality control department.
• Maintains and stores all changeover parts and stores all tools
• Maintains logs and other paperwork for defective or damaged materials.
• Ensures safety process are observed, maintained, and improved.
• Communicates any problems or issues concerning machinery or material with associate on next shift and to supervision and maintenance associates.
• Ensures a quality product is produced efficiently and safely.
• Requires cross-training on various machines.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices and proper safety procedures.
• Participates in teams, and assists in continuous improvement activities.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Experience Required

• Have acceptable level of mechanical aptitude.
• Manufacturing experience is helpful.

Education Required

• GED or High School Diploma required

Career Site Category

Manufacturing/Distribution Jobs